CODE urges security agents to respect press freedom
By Perpetua Onuegbu Connected Development (CODE) says press freedom is a key pillar of democracy which should be respected at all times by political and security actors. Chief Executive, CODE,…
Nigerian army to appraise 2nd, 3rd quarters operations
By Sumaila Ogbaje The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, and top commanders of the Nigerian Army will convene in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital, to assess the…
First Lady disburses 50m grant to 1,000 Ebonyi women
The First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, has said that her pet project, the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), disbursed N50 million grant to 1,000 women petty traders in Ebonyi. She said…
FG set to launch National Youth Dialogue to promote patriotism among youths
By Titaro Irmiya/ Franca Ofili The Minister of State for Youth Development, Mr Ayodele Olawande, says arrangements have been concluded to launch National Youth Dialogue to promote patriotism among youths.…
Comprehensive approach crucial to curbing building collapse–SON
By Lucy Ogalue The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has reiterated the need for a comprehensive approach to curb the recurring menace of building collapse in Nigeria. The Director-General of…
Technical partners not permitted to lock business premises – AMAC Chairman
The Chairman, Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Mr Christopher Maikalangu, has warned that no technical partners is permitted to lock up business premises without informing the Council. Maikalangu said this…
National Library urges stakeholders to promote reading culture
The National Library of Nigeria (NLN) has called on stakeholders in the book ecosystem to continue encouraging the culture of reading to promote sustainable national development. Prof. Chinwe Anunobi, the…
NACIWA vows to recover W/Africa’s stolen assets with interest
The Network of National Anti-Corruption Institutions in West Africa (NACIWA), has vowed to recover all the region’s stolen assets taken to the western world with interest paid on them. The…
Gov. Alia urges security agencies to rescue kidnapped medical students
Gov. Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has urged security agencies to intensify efforts and ensure the safe release of the 20 kidnapped medical students in the state. This is contained…
Experts advocate sustainable interventions to address adolescent health challenges
By Michael Ajayi/ Franca Ofili Dr Bolanle Oyeledun, Chief Executive Officer, Centre for Integrated Health Programme (CIHP), an NGO, says that the empowerment of adolescents will enable them to address…
Food securrity: Group urges youths to adopt ICT, climate-smart agricultural practices
By Felicia Imohimi The Nigerian Women for Agricultural Progressive and Development Initiative (NWAPDI) has urged youths to reduce the drudgery of agriculture through intensive mechanisation, adoption of ICT and climate-smart…
FCT smart school to commence academic activities September – Minister
The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, says the newly constructed smart school in the Karshi area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will commence academic activities in September. Mamman…
Gov. Mutfwang relaxes curfew, permits movement from 7:00 a.m.
The Plateau State Government has again relaxed the 24-hour curfew earlier imposed on Jos-Bukuru metropolis, following violent protest in the area. Mr Gyang Bere, the Director of Press and Public…
CSO urges FG to tackle youths challenges
By Priscilla Osaje The Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative (NGYouthSDGs), has called on the Federal Government to address challenges affecting the youths in order to propel them to contribute…
Hardship: Group urges govs to be responsive to masses’ needs
…. _urges citizens to demand judicious use of allocations_ By Sumaila Ogbaje Community Advocacy for Peace and Strategic Leadership Initiative (CAPSL-Initiative), a civil society group, has called on state governments…